REMEMBER!! Note taking is a process that takes time and patience. WORK SLOWLY and methodically ! This process will become easier the more you practice it!
Have your research questions prepared and written down. A data chart can be very helpful here. ( see template below or set one up in OneNoteor other note taking device)
Select one question to focus on. ( although you may come across information relevant to other questions along the way)
Locate a resource (a book, an encyclopedia, a teacher approved website).
Select an article that you think will help you answer your research question.
Scan the article for the appropriate heading.
Read ONLY the first sentence under that heading. Ask, "Does this answer the research question?"
If the answer is "No." Then the sentence is TRASH. Go on to the next sentence.
If the answer is "Yes." Then re-read the sentence carefully. Identify and write down the words that are needed to answer the question -- these are your TREASURE words.
Move on to the next sentence.
You should write down ONLY the TREASURE words -- words that will help you answer your research question(s).
Keep track of your sources -Don't forget to keep track of where you got the information from. You will need to cite these in your bibliography. Writing the necessary details as you work on your graphic organiser is a good idea. Another easy way to keep track of your sources and cite them correctly is to open a free account at : Bibme
Data Chart sample:
Source:
you can record the details briefly here and then go to Bibme to make your bibiligraphy
Finding information within sources
REMEMBER!! Note taking is a process that takes time and patience.
WORK SLOWLY and methodically ! This process will become easier the more you practice it!
Keep track of your sources - Don't forget to keep track of where you got the information from. You will need to cite these in your bibliography. Writing the necessary details as you work on your graphic organiser is a good idea. Another easy way to keep track of your sources and cite them correctly is to open a free account at : Bibme
Data Chart sample:
you can record the details briefly here and then go to Bibme to make your bibiligraphy